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Under $3,000 · all 20 sizes

Under $3,000 Deck Build

Tightest residential budget — fits a ground-level PT pine deck up to ~100 sqft with no railing (under 30″ height exemption). DIY material-only spending on the smallest sizes.

Recommended: pt · wood rail
Typical builds at this budget

8×10 or 10×10 ground-level PT pine deck, DIY install, no permits required where exempt, no railing. Materials only — labor is sweat equity.

Budget cuts (if over)

Skip stairs (entry from grade only), skip railing (stay under 30″), skip fascia + skirting (open underside), do the install yourself, source lumber on sale, use the cheapest PT (avoid premium #1 grade).

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The full deck cost calculator dials in your exact size + material + railing + stair + state labor multiplier for a real quote-ready number.